How Much Is 1.5 Ounces of Honey in Tablespoons?
1.5 ounces of honey equals 2.00 tbsp. That's 42.52g, and Honey has a density of 340g per cup. Because ounces measure weight and tablespoons measure volume, the result depends on the ingredient's density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1.5 ounces of honey
- Convert ounces to grams: 1.5 × 28.35 = 42.52g
- 1 cup of honey = 340g
- 42.52g ÷ 340g/cup = 0.13 cups × 16 = 2.00 tablespoons
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For liquids, place your measuring spoon on a flat surface and read at eye level. The bottom of the meniscus (the curve at the surface) should align with the measurement line.
Honey at Different Amounts
How honey scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (1.5 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Honey
| Ounces | US Tablespoons | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 1.33 tbsp | 1.32 tbsp | 0.99 tbsp |
| 1.5 ounces | 2.00 tbsp | 1.97 tbsp | 1.48 tbsp |
| 2 ounces | 2.67 tbsp | 2.63 tbsp | 1.97 tbsp |
| 3 ounces | 4.00 tbsp | 3.95 tbsp | 2.96 tbsp |
| 4 ounces | 5.34 tbsp | 5.26 tbsp | 3.95 tbsp |
| 5 ounces | 6.67 tbsp | 6.58 tbsp | 4.93 tbsp |
| 6 ounces | 8.00 tbsp | 7.89 tbsp | 5.92 tbsp |
| 8 ounces | 10.67 tbsp | 10.52 tbsp | 7.89 tbsp |
| 10 ounces | 13.34 tbsp | 13.15 tbsp | 9.86 tbsp |
| 12 ounces | 16.01 tbsp | 15.78 tbsp | 11.84 tbsp |
| 16 ounces | 21.35 tbsp | 21.04 tbsp | 15.78 tbsp |
Understanding the Units
What is an Ounce?
Ounces are commonly used in US recipes for cheese, meat, chocolate, and other ingredients sold by weight. Many kitchen scales offer both gram and ounce readings.
What is a Tablespoon?
One tablespoon holds about 15 milliliters. There are 16 tablespoons in a cup and 3 teaspoons in a tablespoon. In baking, tablespoon measurements are used for butter, oil, honey, and other ingredients where a full cup would be too much.